Circus came to the Center!

What a great day we've had! Today started out just the same as normal: breakfast, chaos in the bathrooms, dressing kids....but then a clown walked through the door. That's right, folks, we had clowns visit the center today! Actually, it was a group called Shalom Kids and the children of the center loved them! A lot of their group was dressed up as clowns or characters, some were just in every day attire and they painted the kids' faces and made all kinds of animal balloons. We had the Ducks and Squirrels, Bunnies and Chicks, plus a few of the more adventurous Canaries. At one point we had to pause for snack and I don't think I've seen those kids drink and eat so quickly! They were eager to get back to the fun! We sang  the Sapo, Sapo song (it's about a frog) and I'm in the Lord's Army. The group sang a few new tunes too. Even the interns and a few nannies were invited to be part of the oerformance! It was a blast!  The excitement didn't stop there, though. Mendoza (Sonia Mendoza) went home after lunch with Dr. Carlos who is in the process of adopting this sweet girl. It's a bittersweet time: we are sad to see her go, but we are more excited that she has a family and home to go to. Praise the Lord this has come about and continue to pray that all goes well for the actual adoption.  As one leaves, another joins our group: Santos. He came to the center on Friday and has been in the Canary room since he's been sick. After the show today though, he joined the Duck group. If he looks familiar, that's because Santos has been at the center before. We are looking forward to getting to know Santos and seeing him grow stronger and healthier. Welcome back Santos!  I must admit its a little strange going to bed tonight knowing that a team won't be arriving in the morning. If you've been to the center you know just how much work theses ladies (and gentlemen) do each day during a twelve hour shift. Without the extra hands the schedule still continues, just a little more drawn out as each baby in the Canary room still needs multiple diaper changes, the Ducks are still being potty trained, the Squirrels' hair needs to be done in the morning, the Chicks are becoming more independent and adventurous each day, and each little Bunny must be fed. One set of hands does make quite a difference- its another hug, hand held, and book read in a lap that just doesn't always happen without you here. If you haven't been with Orpan's Heart to the center pray about coming. Seriously pray! If you're been here before, come back! Don't let a schedule or money or anything hold you back. These sweet, precious children of God are ready for you!